14 Eye-Catching Options for Your Front Door

With all the emphasis on paint color and siding, a front door could easily get lost in the shuffle of exterior updates. But as the first and last part of your house a visitor sees, it’s the perfect place to make a design statement. Replacing an old or dated looking front door is actually one of the most popular curb appeal ideas, making the choice of your a front door for a new home hugely important. It's more than a decorative feature—it's an important investment. Both the security and style your front door provides impact your home’s worth. So, there are several practical matters to consider when selecting a new front door: namely material, cost, and style. Style-wise, your front door should fit in architecturally with the rest of your home, but don't let that hold you back and miss the opportunity to express your personality. A six-panel door is very traditional, while an arched door with stained glass has more whimsy and a single French door adds elegance (not to mention a great source of natural light). Even a nontraditional steel door has gained popularity in modern architecture, boasting in strength and affordability; the metal, however, does conduct temperature, so it’s always not the most efficient option in extreme climates. A solid wood front door will always endure as a classic, despite being a bit pricier and requiring a bit more TLC and repair as necessary due to its sensitivity to moisture and sun. Fiberglass doors hold a middle ground as both affordable and durable—not to mention available in many styles, including those that mimic wood. Finally, no matter the material underneath, color is key to evoking the exact emotions you want from guests who enter your home. Whether you're looking for the vibrancy of red or the cheeriness of yellow, let whatever color you choose be an expression of you. Not sure where to get started? Click through these great front door ideas we've scouted from around the web.

Traditional Wood Raised Panel

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This wood entry door looks fresh with a bright yellow paint job. Wrought iron hardware contrasts nicely with the white trim work, and a collection of small windows lighten the look while giving the occupant a view of visitors.

Split Door

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Split doors are not just for stables anymore. And while they are not commonly used as entry doors, they can be an excellent choice. They offer a bit of extra security, as you can open the top half to greet a visitor while the bottom half remains locked. They also handily keep small children and pets corralled while still allowing for ventilation with the top half open.

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Single Arched Door

Decorative Glass with Sidelites

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Decorative glass sidelites echo and compliment the pattern in the window of this paneled door. Giving this entryway its distinctive look is a classic design of gray and clear water glass set off with clear bevels.

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Decorative Iron

Double Arched Mahogany

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These arched-top, mahogany doors are just as earthy and appealing as the frosted embellishments gracing the glass panes. The doors are the perfect complement to the stonework of the facade and bricked porch ceiling.

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Carved wood

Pivot Door

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Entry to this thoroughly modern, light-filled home is gained by passing through this stunning pivot door. Wide strips of glass allow sunlight to pour through, keeping the door consistent with the rest of the home's airy aesthetic.

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